How do you come up with songs? 

This is a question that I get asked a lot. I love when people ask me about the inspiration behind a specific song because I usually have a concrete answer of how that went down. 

Overall, it’s both…

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More Thoughts On Music and Monetization

Wow you guys. What a great discussion about what I shared last week on the blog. The comments on Facebook here were really interesting... I was going to respond all at once but ended up responding individually and wanted to…

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Do people still pay for music anymore?

...Yes and no, it depends. I was inspired to write a bit on this topic after reading this quote by another Ojai local, Greg Penny in the current Ojai Quarterly: 

“Most people feel that they shouldn’t have to pay

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Music I Love: Nathan McEuen

One of the perks of being a musician is hearing so much new music and becoming friends with so many of the artists who’s music I love. The relationships provide an even deeper understanding and appreciation for their songs and…

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What it was like to open for Bon Jovi

Last week marked the anniversary of my first arena show opening for Bon Jovi. ...my Bonjovirsary. ?  

I’ve been reflecting about the whole experience. I had such an impact on me that I’m not sure I’ll…

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Top 10 Favorite “Fan Moments” of Last Year

I decided to do something different this year and instead of shouting out my top fans of the year shout out my favorite moments. I’m still (and always) incredibly grateful for all the support I get every.single.day to keep my…

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The Lion - Inspiration Behind the Music Video

I first had the idea for this video a while back. 
  
The concept was simple, I wanted to make you ask yourself who wake up next to every day... who you invite into your bed. 
  
I had realized how…

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Top 10 Fans of 2015! 

It really does take a village to keep this show on the road and I have so many people I am grateful for that helped me a ton in 2015! The theme for my Top Fans of 2015 is centered…

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